---
title: "au: MCC 440 MNC 73"
mcc: "440"
mnc: "73"
plmn: "44073"
brand: "au"
operator: "KDDI Corporation"
country: "Japan"
country_iso: "JP"
region: "Asia & Middle East"
technologies: ["2G", "4G"]
updated: "2025-04-09"
canonical: "https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_73"
---

# au: MCC 440, MNC 73 (Japan)

**au** (operator: KDDI Corporation) is a mobile network in [Japan](https://mcc-mnc.org/countries/japan.md) (Asia & Middle East), identified by MCC **440** and MNC **73**: PLMN ID 44073, also written 440-73 or 440 73. It runs 2G and 4G.

## Identifiers

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MCC (Mobile Country Code) | 440 |
| MNC (Mobile Network Code) | 73 |
| PLMN ID (MCC+MNC) | 44073 |
| TADIG code | — |
| Brand | au |
| Operator | KDDI Corporation |
| Country | Japan (JP) |
| Region | Asia & Middle East |
| Dialling code | — |
| Technologies | 2G, 4G |
| Last updated | 2025-04-09 |

## Technologies & bands

| Generation | Bands | Measured cells |
|---|---|---|
| 2G | [CDMA 850](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/cdma_850.md), [CDMA 2100](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/cdma_2100.md) | — |
| 4G | [LTE 700](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/lte_700.md), [LTE 2100](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/lte_2100.md), [LTE 850](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/lte_850.md), [TD-LTE 3500](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/td-lte_3500.md), [LTE 1500](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/lte_1500.md) | — |

## Voice & calling services

| Service | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| VoLTE | Unknown | — |
| VoWiFi | Unknown | — |
| ViLTE | Unknown | — |
| VoNR | Unknown | — |

A service not marked Supported or Not supported is unknown: no data either way, not a sign that the network lacks it.

## About au

KDDI Corporation, operating under the "au" brand, stands as one of Japan's leading mobile network operators. Utilizing Mobile Country Code (MCC) 440, which identifies Japan, and Mobile Network Code (MNC) 73, au provides comprehensive mobile communication services across the nation. Competing fiercely with NTT Docomo and SoftBank, KDDI au has consistently pushed the boundaries of technological innovation, including early adoption of 4G LTE and a significant rollout of 5G services. Beyond its core network services, KDDI au offers a diverse range of services and products, including mobile payment solutions, smart home devices, and entertainment content, demonstrating its commitment to providing a holistic digital lifestyle ecosystem for its subscribers.

Japan, situated in East Asia, is a mature mobile market with a high penetration rate. KDDI au plays a crucial role in connecting millions of people across the country. With a focus on customer satisfaction and cutting-edge technology, au has secured a prominent position in the Japanese telecommunications landscape. While its primary focus area is Japan, KDDI also has strategic international partnerships, impacting connectivity in several parts of the Asia & Middle East, through roaming agreements and technology collaborations, contributing to the region's interconnectedness. Furthermore, KDDI's initiatives support the continuous enhancement of mobile communication across Japan, especially in preparation for significant events like the Olympic Games where reliable and fast connectivity is paramount.

## Other networks in Japan

| MCC | MNC | Network | TADIG |
|---|---|---|---|
| 440 | 00 | [Y Mobile](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_00.md) | — |
| 440 | 01 | [UQ WiMAX](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_01.md) | — |
| 440 | 02 | [Hanshin Cable Engineering Co., Ltd.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_02.md) | — |
| 440 | 03 | [IIJmio](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_03.md) | — |
| 440 | 04 | [Japan Radio Company, Ltd.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_04.md) | — |
| 440 | 05 | [Wireless City Planning Inc.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_05.md) | — |
| 440 | 06 | [SAKURA Internet Inc.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_06.md) | — |
| 440 | 07 | [LTE-X, Inc.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_07.md) | — |
| 440 | 08 | [Panasonic Systems Solutions Japan Co., Ltd.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_08.md) | — |
| 440 | 09 | [Marubeni Wireless Communications Inc.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_09.md) | — |
| 440 | 10 | [NTT docomo](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_10.md) | JPNDO |
| 440 | 11 | [Rakuten Mobile Network, Inc.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_11.md) | — |
| 440 | 12 | [Cable media waiwai Co., Ltd.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_12.md) | — |
| 440 | 20 | [SoftBank](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_20.md) | JPNJP |
| 440 | 21 | [SoftBank](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_21.md) | — |
| 440 | 50 | [au](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_50.md) | — |
| 440 | 51 | [au](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_51.md) | JPNKI |
| 440 | 52 | [au](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_52.md) | — |
| 440 | 53 | [au](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_53.md) | — |
| 440 | 54 | [au](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_54.md) | — |
| 440 | 70 | [au](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_70.md) | — |
| 440 | 71 | [au](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_71.md) | — |
| 440 | 72 | [au](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_72.md) | — |
| 440 | 74 | [au](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_74.md) | — |
| 440 | 75 | [au](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_75.md) | — |
| 440 | 76 | [au](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_76.md) | — |
| 440 | 78 | [au](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_78.md) | — |
| 440 | 91 | [Tokyo Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/440_91.md) | — |
| 441 | 01 | [SoftBank](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/441_01.md) | — |
| 441 | 10 | [UQ WiMAX](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/441_10.md) | — |

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